"This is Wellington space, this is the resident's space and when visitors come to your space, you expect them to treat it with some respect.

"It looks as though we're going to have to police that if those freedom campers are going to be using that space in the future."

They needed to look harder for another space to allow camping, Mr Marsh said.

However, the Motor Caravan Association said it was the right location and the expansion would help meet demand.

"In addition to relying on the bylaw provisions to govern the use of the site, we believe clear signage, disseminating consistent information to visitors, through the likes of NZMCA, Rankers and Campermate and a robust enforcement/educational regime, will go a long way to minimising any perceived adverse affects."

Councillors will continue consulting for a few more weeks and a decision isn't expected for months.